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November 1, 2024 <600 calories/serving

Cranberry Barbecue Chicken Sandwich

Cranberry is one of those ingredients that can be used in so many different ways. Here, we’ve paired it with Southern-inspired BBQ Chicken to add some sweet flavors to this otherwise tangy sandwich.

Cranberry is one of those ingredients that can be used in so many different ways. Here, we've paired it with Southern-inspired BBQ Chicken to add some sweet flavors to this otherwise tangy sandwich.
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Prep Time: 30 minutes minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes minutes
Course: Main Course
Servings: 4 (click to scale)

Ingredients

  • 3/4 tsp canola oil
  • 1/4 cup white onions minced
  • 1 tsp fresh garlic minced
  • 3/4 tsp ground mustard
  • 1/2 tsp chili powder
  • 1 Tbsp tomato paste
  • 1 cup whole berry cranberry sauce
  • 2-2/3 Tbsp apple cider vinegar
  • 2 tsp dark molasses
  • 2-2/3 Tbsp water
  • 7 oz. boneless, skinless chicken breast
  • 4 ea. whole wheat hamburger bun
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Instructions

  • Fill a medium pot ¾ of the way with water. Place over a medium-high flame. Bring the water to a boil. Carefully add chicken breasts to boiling water, return to just a simmer, cover and remove from heat. Chicken will poach in the hot liquid, for about 4 to 8 minutes or until an internal temperature of 165F degrees is reached. Remove chicken from water and dice it. Set aside.
  • In a separate pot, heat oil over medium-high heat; add onions and sauté for 2 minutes. Mix in garlic, mustard and chili powder and continue cooking for 1-2 minutes. Add paste and cook for 1 minute. Add cranberry sauce, vinegar, molasses and water. Bring to a simmer, whisking often until mixture becomes thick, about 30 minutes.
  • Next, place the chicken into the pot and toss with sauce. Heat the chicken through completely. For each serving place 1/2 cup BBQ chicken on the bun. Serve with your favorite side.

Chef Tips

Portion: 1 sandwich

Nutrition

Calories: 380kcal | Carbohydrates: 59g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 7g | Saturated Fat: 1g | Sodium: 390mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 30g
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